STIHL HSA 40 50cm Hedge Trimmer Kit (HA08 011 3553)

STIHL HSA 40 50cm Battery Hedge Trimmer Kit (HA08 011 3553) is a lightweight cordless hedge trimmer for shaping and maintaining garden hedges and shrubs. It includes two AS 2 lithium-ion batteries and an AL 1 charger, so you can get started without buying batteries separately. The 50cm blade helps you shape hedge faces and tops without a trailing power lead.

What's Included

• 1 x STIHL HSA 40 battery hedge trimmer
• 2 x STIHL AS 2 lithium-ion batteries
• 1 x STIHL AL 1 standard charger

Optional 50cm Catcher Plate

Add the STIHL 50cm catcher plate, 4859 740 3300 (48597403300), to collect cuttings on the blade and move them clear of the hedge. Its fitment list includes the HSA 40. This is an optional accessory, sold separately, and is not included in the kit. Select the 50cm plate rather than the 600mm or 750mm versions.

Key Features

• 50cm / 20-inch cutting length for hedge and shrub maintenance.
• Two included AS 2 batteries let you swap batteries when needed.
• Quiet cordless operation for residential garden use.
• Laser-cut, diamond-ground and hardened blades for clean cutting.
• Two-hand control with loop and rear handle switches.
• Soft-grip surfaces for comfortable handling.
• Screw-on tip protector helps protect the blade near walls and the ground.
• Integrated carrying ring for practical storage.

Specifications

• Brand: STIHL
• Model: HSA 40
• Product code: HA08 011 3553
• SKU / MPN: HA080113553
• Product type: battery hedge trimmer kit
• Cordless power system: STIHL AS System, not ALLPRO/AP or AK
• Rated voltage: 10V
• Power consumption: 0.23kW
• Power output: 0.14kW
• Stroke rate: 2,800 strokes per minute
• Tool weight without battery: 2.1kg
• Cutting length: 50cm / 20 inches
• Tooth spacing: 24mm
• Tool length with blade: 94cm
• Sound pressure level: 82dB(A)
• Sound power level: 90dB(A)
• Vibration level: 1.9m/s² left and 1.4m/s² right

Battery Runtime

Each included AS 2 battery provides up to 40 minutes of working time under the stated conditions. You can swap batteries and charge the spare as needed; charging time and cutting load affect how long you can continue working. Actual runtime depends on the hedge, blade condition and operating conditions.

Safety and Use

Use both hands on the controls and keep people and pets clear of the cutting area. Wear suitable eye and hearing protection, keep the blade guard fitted during transport and storage, and follow the STIHL operating instructions. Tooth spacing is not a maximum branch-cutting capacity.

Optional Alternative: STIHL HSA 30 Kit

Prefer a shorter cutting blade? Compare the STIHL HSA 30 45cm hedge trimmer kit. It includes one AS 2 battery and an AL 1 charger. The HSA 30 is a separate model option, not an accessory or an inclusion with this HSA 40 kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this kit include batteries and a charger?
Yes. Kit HA08 011 3553 includes the HSA 40 hedge trimmer, two AS 2 batteries and an AL 1 standard charger. It is not a skin-only tool.

Does the HSA 40 use both batteries at once?
No. It uses one AS 2 battery at a time. The second battery is a spare that you can swap in when required.

How long does each battery last?
Each AS 2 battery provides up to 40 minutes of working time under the stated conditions. Actual runtime varies with the hedge, cutting load, blade condition and operating conditions. Two batteries do not guarantee uninterrupted operation because charging takes time.

What blade length does the HSA 40 have?
It has a 50 cm / 20-inch cutting blade with 24 mm tooth spacing. Tooth spacing is not a guaranteed maximum branch-cutting diameter.

Is the catcher plate included?
No. The compatible STIHL 50cm catcher plate is an optional accessory sold separately.

Can I use STIHL ALLPRO/AP or AK batteries?
No. The HSA 40 uses AS 2 batteries from the STIHL AS System, not ALLPRO/AP or AK batteries.

How does it compare with the HSA 30 kit?
The HSA 40 kit has a 50 cm blade and two AS 2 batteries. The HSA 30 kit has a shorter 45 cm blade and one AS 2 battery. Both include an AL 1 charger. Choose the model that suits your hedge maintenance needs.

STIHL HSA 30 and HSA 40 Video